Online anytime - Trenching and Excavation for the Competent Person Online Anytime

Why Should You Take This Trenching and Excavation Competent Person Online Anytime Course?

The fatality rate for excavation work is 112% higher than the rate for general construction. With the proper safety training in place, this number would be drastically reduced. That is why OSHA requires a competent person be present at every job site. OSHA defines a competent person as someone that "by way of training or experience, is knowledgeable of applicable standards, is capable of identifying workplace hazards relating to the specific operation, and has the authority to correct them."

This fully narrated Trenching and Excavation Competent Person Online Anytime course is broken up into 6 separate units, with a knowledge check quiz at the end of each unit. The quizzes will prepare you for the final, which you will take at the end of the course. This course is packed with photos, video, interactivity, and a wealth of valuable information and takes approximately 4-5 hours to complete.

Certificate and Exam Process:

After passing the final with a score of 70% or better, you will be able to to print a personalized certificate with your name, the course you passed, the date taken, certificate number, as well as our company information should anyone need to verify the authenticity of the certificate.

Instructor Access:

While taking the course, the student will also have access to an instructor via email. Any questions a student has about the material covered throughout the course can be emailed directly to [email protected] and an instructor response is guaranteed within 12 hours.

Topics To Be Covered Include:

• Scope, Application, and Definitions
• Specific Requirements
• Protective Systems
• Soil Classification
• Sloping and Benching
• Aluminum Hydraulic and Timber Shoring
• Shoring Alternatives
• Protective Systems Selection

Please note: This Trenching & Excavation for the Competent Person Training course should be used to complement an overall safety training program that should include sufficient hands on training and practice.